Hibiscus

Sunflower

About Hibiscus and Sunflower

Hibiscus

Sunflower

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Color

Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow

Yellow

Color Meaning

Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Purple - Elegance and Pride, Red - Courage, Desire and Love, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

Yellow - Happiness and Friendship

Stem Size

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Fragrance

Spicy

Petals

Number Of Petals

534

2 100

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Other Characteristics

Shape

Trumpet

Sun

Height

15.00 cm50.00 cm

1 90

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Diameter

1.25 cm7.50 cm

0.5 50

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Line

Silhouette

Blossom Texture

Blossom Size

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Form

Care

Growing Conditions of

Sunlight

Full Sun, Part Sun

Full Sun

Watering

Diligently

Enough

Soil

Type of Soil

Well-drained, Loamy

Loamy, Sandy

The pH of Soil

6.006.00

4.5 7.5

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Essential Fertilizers

Boron, Calcium, Chlorine, Copper, Magnesium, Manganese, Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sulphur, Zinc

Lime stone

Common Pests and Diseases

List of Pests

Aphids, Mealybugs, Mites, Scale, Whiteflies

List of Diseases

Bloom Time

All year

All Summer Season

Vase Life

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Interesting Facts

Facts

History

Origin

China, Pacific Islands

North America, South America

Interesting Facts of

In China Hibiscus is also called as shoe flower as they use it to polish their shoes.
Hawaiian and Tahitian wear this flower behind the right flower to announce that they are single and ready to marry,while married women wear it in left ear.

This flower actually tracks the position of the Sun in sky.
Tallest sunflower was grown of about 25' 5.5" height in in the Netherlands in 1986.

Lifespan

Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years

Annuals - complete its full life cycle in one growing season, Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years

Habit

Shrubs, Trees

Herbs

Flower Meaning

Astrological Flower

Birth Month Flower

Flower Availability

Benefits

Uses

Medicinal

Decoration

Health Benefits

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, improves the functioning of the lungs, kidneys, and stomach, Regulates the Menstruation cycle

Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Treats bronchial infections, Treats laryngeal and pulmonary inffections

Medicinal Uses

Acts as an antioxidant, It is Antibacterial, prevents dryness and flaky skin

Bears expectorant properties, Have diuretic properties

Culinary Uses

Used in teas

Used in salads, soups and sandwiches

Other Benefits

Design Uses

Cosmetic Uses

Good for Hair growth, Prevents pre- mature graying, Used in Perfumes, Used in shampoos and soaps

Lightens the skin, Softens skin, Used in creams, hand lotions and in essential oils

Occasional Uses

Valentine's Day

Friendship Day, Wedding

Allergy

Breathing problems, dry or cracked skin, Headache, Itching, Itchy eyes, Red eyes, Runny nose, Sinus pain, Wheezing

Family

Common Name

Tribe

Scientific Name

Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis

Helianthus

Kingdom

Plantae

Sub kingdom

Tracheobionta

Super Division

Spermatophyte

Spermatophyta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Order

Malvales

Asterales

Class

Magnoliopsida

Family

Malvaceae

Asteraceae

Sub Family

Malvoideae

Asteroideae

Genus

Number of Species

23270

3 25000

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Information about Hibiscus and Sunflower

Flowers play an important role in our life. Flowers for Occasions are used for expressing feelings or for the purpose of beautification. Every flower, due to different shape, structure, and fragrance has a different personality. Get all information about Hibiscus and Sunflower in the sections below.

Hibiscus and Sunflower color

Hibiscus and Sunflower come in variety of colors. Every color tells a different story. Let’s know about Hibiscus and Sunflower color meaning in this section. For example Red - Courage, Desire and Love, Pink - Sensitivity and Love,Yellow - Happiness and Friendship, Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, Purple - Elegance and Pride, Blue - Peace and Serenity, White - Purity and Innocence, Green - Prosperity and Optimism. Hibiscus is Trumpet in shape and has fragrance whereas Sun shaped Sunflower has Spicy fragrance.

More facts about Hibiscus and Sunflower

You must be eager to know more facts about Hibiscus and Sunflower. Did you know Hibiscus has originated in China, Pacific Islands while Sunflower has originated in North America, South America. One of the Interesting Facts about Hibiscus and Sunflower is that they can survive almost in pots.

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Hibiscus and Sunflower Uses

Benefits of flowers are universally known. Let’s know about Hibiscus and Sunflower uses in this section. Hibiscus and Sunflower have many medicinal properties. Besides, Hibiscus is given on special occasions like Valentine's Day whereas Sunflower on Friendship Day, Wedding. Hibiscus and Sunflower also have many culinary benefits.

Learn about Hibiscus and Sunflower Family classification

Flowers classification makes their study easier. Plants sharing same association are grouped together. Let’s learn about Hibiscus and Sunflower Family classification here. Hibiscus and Sunflower belong to Plantae. They are further divided in Spermatophyte super division and Magnoliophyta division. This way, different flowers can be organized in a systematic format.